loin primal · New Zealand
In Ireland, this cut is sirloin.
About this cut
Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
| rare | Rare | → | Rare |
| medium rare | Medium rare | → | Medium rare |
| medium | Medium | → | Medium |
| well done | Well done | → | Well done |
Doneness terminology varies by country and restaurant. When unsure, describe what you want — e.g., “warm red center” — rather than relying on the name alone.
“sirloin nz” in New Zealand maps to canonical striploin (loin: longissimus dorsi (short loin)). In Ireland, look for labels such as sirloin. Leaner than ribeye; the classic strip steak muscle running along the short loin.
This information is for educational purposes only and may vary by region or butcher practices.